Environmental Awareness Program

  Nepal

• Kathmandu: 
Kathmandu
• Pokhara: 
Pokhara

Durations of Program: 1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks and 3-6 months
Typical Duration of Program: 3-6 months
Dates: The programme starts on the 1st and 15th day of each month (Year-Round)

Description: This program mainly aims to raise awareness on environment conservation. And teaching environmental topics in village schools and youth clubs women's group. As for the adult people, it will provide them with an orientation on issues of garbage & waste management and sanitation, building smokeless stove, pit latrines, paper recycling etc. as well as a stimulation to create gardens.

It is expected that ten trees are cut down while one tree planted in the world today. Due to the rapid deforestation, global warming, decreased biodiversity, soil erosion, and desertification are only some of the problems the whole world is suffering. As a developing country, Nepal is also cant be an exception. The green forest of Nepal was considered as a treasure of income sources and slowly its being swept up.

The deforestation in Nepal is leading to shortages of animal fodder and firewood that affects agricultural based economy of the country. In response to this concern, our Environmental Awareness Program volunteers can work with the community forest development committee and promote the equitable and proper management of meager forest resources.

Highlights: After completing the training, volunteers will stay with the host family in their placement area assisting youth clubs, women's group and the local people in the community sharing their ideas, skills and knowledge about environmental issues.

All placements are very flexible giving you the opportunity to take some time off and explore Nepal and some of the world famous attractions. You could go rafting on the Tibetan border, trekking the Annapurna circuit, maybe Himalayan river kayaking, join the Royal tiger and elephant safari, or try the longest free-fall bungee jump in the world.

Qualifications: Eligibility & Skills Required:

- Volunteers doesn't need any formal Environmental training or experience to participate, but whatever experience you do have will be taken into account when arranging your day-to-day activities.

- A good command of oral and written English

- Volunteers need to be independent, enthusiastic and adaptable, hard-working with an open-minded attitude.

Minimum Education: High School

Cost in US$: US$ 550.00

program fee covers:

- Pick up / Drop at the airport
- Administration Fees
- Accommodation and main meal during training and placement
- Language Course / Cultural Orientation
- Regular support, Visit, Supervision during placement
- Local communication from office
- Transportation cost during sight seeing
- A 2 nights 3 days Safari Adventure package
- Legal services

Experience Required: yes

An environmental background of volunteer is desirable.

Age Range: Must be 16 years old and above

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Nepal Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Resume

Post-Program Services Include:

• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Alumni Network
• Job and Internship Network

Center for Cultural Studies & Volunteering-Nepal's Mission Statement: Our mission to provide humanitarian aid to local communities within Nepal through volunteerism, advocacy, and education. We endeavor to help women and children in underdeveloped communities to develop knowledge and skills that they can use to improve their lives and the lives of other in their communities, schools and local organizations.

Year Founded: 2005